Code of Ethics of Grassroots Leaders
Formulated by SANLAKAS-Quezon City
Philippines

Based on a study of the 
Charter of Human Responsibilities
and of the conditions of organizations and
communities in the Philippines
December 12, 2004

1.	A leader actively seeks ideas and recommendations from the membership.

2.	A leader is critical and analytical in dealing with challenges and problems of the organization.

3.	A leader recognizes and respects the capabilities of the organizational members.

4.	A leader is creative and resourceful.

5.	A leader is a model to the whole membership, in terms of upholding values, ethics and in doing work for the organization and the community.

6.	A leader is honest and understanding.

7.	A leader is God-loving, humanitarian and nationalist.

8.	A leader accepts criticisms from members.

9.	A leader has integrity and shows strength of character.

10.	A leader effectively performs obligations that are responsive to the conditions of the community and the society.

11.	 A leader is self-confident and shares his knowledge for the growth and development of the whole organization.

12.	 A leader is humble and treats all members equally.

13.	 A leader is at the forefront of the campaign to struggle and/or lobby for the interest and rights of the majority.

14.	 A leader gives importance to and implements the majority’s decision.

15.	 A leader upholds organizational unity.

16.	 A leader is steadfast in the performance of his duties and responsibilities.

17.	 A leader is concerned with coordinating and uniting with different organizations that work for the welfare of the citizenry.

18.	 A leader shows solidarity with people of different countries towards the attainment of global peace based on justice.

19.	 A leader recognizes equality among and does not discriminate against sexes, races and religion.

20.	 A leader believes in and is committed to social progress based on social justice.

21.	 A leader adheres to and practices collective leadership and shared responsibilities.

22.	 A leader gives importance to, cares for and protects the environment, which is the source of natural resources, and which is key to long-term development.

23.	 A leader creatively discovers ways to promote active participation of organizational and community members in organizational programs and national issues.

24.	 A leader promotes the welfare of his/her own family as part of the larger community that she/he seeks to serve.

25.	 A leader has broad, strategic, integrated and holistic perspective on socio-economic and livelihood development.